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ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
STUDENT LIFE
District Calendar
STUDENT LIFE
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
STUDENT LIFE
Reviews From Schools in Milwaukee School District
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Parent / Guardian
July 22, 2025
My child went to this school he showed told me proof of a teacher targeting him for being black things were blamed on him, that he didn’t do it and the kids that bullied kids never faced consequences... More
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Rufus King International Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 18, 2025
Will never recommend this school, this school has changed my child a lot. Teachers at this school are mean and like to bring kids down. They’re the reason why my child has a bad mental health. The... More
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Alcott School
Current student
July 08, 2025
I hated this school would let people get jumped and did nothing when there was problems but make them worse and barely learned anything
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Doerfler School